Dutch, 1610–1652
Jan Asselijn was a Dutch painter born in 1610 in Amsterdam and died in 1652 in the same city. He is known for his landscapes and marine scenes, often featuring dramatic skies and turbulent waters. Asselijn trained under the guidance of prominent artists of his time, including the influential painter and engraver, Jan van Goyen. His career flourished during the Dutch Golden Age, a period marked by significant advancements in the arts and sciences in the Netherlands. Asselijn's works are characterized by their attention to detail and use of light, which contributed to the atmospheric quality of his paintings. He is particularly noted for his painting 'The Threatened Swan,' which is regarded as a significant work in the genre of animal painting and reflects themes of nature and vulnerability. Asselijn's contributions to Dutch art have earned him recognition as an important figure in the history of 17th-century painting.
16 artworks
